General Manager

It takes extra effort to make a moment unforgettable. We’re looking for a great leader and motivator who inspires pride in their team to be legendary day after day. We can offer;If you want to know about the requirements for this role, read on for all the relevant information.* Competitive salary based on experience* Health insurance available* Paid vacation*Our Story*‘Kaizen’, meaning *‘good change’* is the philosophy that sits right at our heart. It shapes every dish we create and pushes us to find better ways in all that we do. We’re restless spirits, forever creating and making things better.We’ve been practicing kaizen since 1992, when we opened our first doors in London’s Bloomsbury. We first opened our US restaurant in 2007 in Boston’s Faneuil Hall, 13 years later we have expanded to 6 sites across Boston and New York City. Inspired by fast-paced, Japanese ramen bars and a celebration of Asian food, Wagamama burst into life. We set out to create a unique way of eating bringing the fresh, nourishing flavors of Asia to all. Now that we are well settled into the cities of Boston and NYC our plan is to expand to other cities across America, sharing our passion of legendary food and service. We are committed to developing a vibrant, successful business within the USA.*be you, be part of it *Being the best general manager means being the person who drives performance. Our fantastic training program will help you be the best you can be.* A commercially aware leader who creates a positive, caring environment everyday.* Recognize succession is vital for a strong talent pipeline and you are proactive in developing your people* Deliver amazing results as a hands-on manager.* Work effectively with your head chef to control COGs, spotting opportunities and proactively managing to maximize profitability.* Have creative ideas to constantly grow the business and execute changes as the business evolves.* Constantly inspire your team to go the extra mile for our guests.* Have a true passion for our food.* Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.* Lead your team in ensuring they are compliant to food safety and health and safety procedures.* *Preferred *– NYC food handler’s certificate.* *Required* - minimum 3 years’ experience in a general manager position for a full-service brand.*At Wagamama we spread positivity from bowl to soul through our behaviors: ** *Cares: *You’ll show you care about people through the way you treat our guests and your team.* *Communicates: *You’ll interact in a meaningful way with our guests and your team.* *Owns It: *You’ll own what you do and take responsibility for this in a positive way.* *Embraces Change: *Every day in small ways you’ll strive to be better than before.* *Leads: *You’ll lead in a way that makes a positive difference within the team. Helping to ensure we’re all connected and part of something special, that is Wagamama.*We also offer excellent benefits such as:** Competitive salary* Eligible for bonus program* Ability to enroll in health insurance* Opportunity for professional growth + progression* Ability to accrue vacation days* Discounts when eating with friends + family 35%At Wagamama we’re proud that people can be themselves at work and we celebrate the differences and diversity of our teams. _*Be you, be Wagamama!*__*#HP*_check us out here: Type: Full-timePay: $80,000.00 - $85,000.00 per yearBenefits:* Dental insurance* Employee discount* Health insurance* Paid time off* Paid training* Vision insuranceExperience:* general manager: 3 years (Required)Work Location: In person

Created: 2025-09-22